Wendy's robber claimed to have weapon

6:51 AM,
Jun. 24, 2013

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The Des Moines Register

A Des Moines-area Wendy's was robbed Sunday by a man claiming to have a weapon, authorities say.

Shortly before 5 p.m., the suspect walked into the restaurant at 4935 Merle Hay Road and demanded money, according to a report from the Polk County Sheriff's office. The man said he had a weapon but never showed one.